Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Casper, WY
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Casper area earn a median of $50.61 per hour, about $105,260 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $45.28 and $61.05. That ranks 30th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 17th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Casper. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Casper.
- $50.61median pay per hour, Casper
- $45–$61typical range per hour
- 40employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Casper, WY
The metro median is 23% above the Wyoming statewide median of $41.26 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 40 speech-language pathologists employed in the Casper metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.61 | $78,230 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.28 | $94,180 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.61 | $105,260 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $61.05 | $126,980 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.05 | $126,980 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Casper ranks
- 30th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Speech-Language Pathologists (SOC 29-1127), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Casper
- Overall prices in Casper run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 74.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.61 median hour buys what $53.94 buys at the national price level, 18% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $91,098
- Per month: $7,592
- Wyoming has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Casper metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Casper
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel speech-language pathologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Casper
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Wyoming Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Summit Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Wyoming Behavioral Institute Casper, WY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 142 mi | $35.35/hr | 65,704 |
| Fort Collins, CO | 171 mi | — | 170,924 |
| Rapid City, SD | 177 mi | $32.64/hr | 79,894 |
| Loveland, CO | 180 mi | — | 81,102 |
| Longmont, CO | 195 mi | — | 99,818 |
| Boulder, CO | 202 mi | — | 106,803 |
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License and tax basics in Wyoming
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wyoming does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Casper, WY?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Casper metro area have a median pay of $50.61 per hour, about $105,260 a year. The middle half earn between $45.28 and $61.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Casper a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Casper ranks 17th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 30th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Casper?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, led by Banner Wyoming Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wyoming license to work in Casper as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Casper?
The federal per diem benchmark in Casper is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place speech-language pathologists in Casper?
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- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
- BrightSpring Health ServicesESCONDIDO, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$61.91/ hr$50–$77
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$60.17/ hr$48–$79
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